With the knowledge that every individual has the potential to lead change by Passing on the Gift, we can only imagine how much more potential we can unlock—how many more futures we can build. We've accomplished a lot, but we won't stop until we've seen the end of world hunger and poverty for good.

Heifer International's work is an example of best practices in development. They bring generations together with community building, and help families build knowledge and resources for sustainable progress out of poverty. Ford Foundation

A Record of Success

Families in Heifer project communities see higher incomes, healthier livestock and better access to education. By working with generous donors and partners, our dream of eradicating world hunger and poverty is becoming a reality, and it shows in the results. Heifer International has set

22.6 million families

114.9 million men, women and children

on a path toward prosperity by giving them the tools and training they need to sustain their lives, but we're not done yet. Help end world hunger and poverty - become a part of the solution today.

A global web of supporters, volunteers and staffers carry out Heifer International’s work today, but 70 years ago it was all up to a few boatloads of cowhands. This volunteer crew helped out from start to finish, raising the animals, transporting them from the heartland to the shore and tending them on overseas crossings.